When I was a child, I spoke like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I gave up childish ways.
1 Corinthians 13:11
Together at Dawson
Together in Worship
Sunday, October 8, 2023
This Sunday, Rev. Joshua del Risco, Pastor of Iglesia Bautista Vida Nueva in Fultondale, will share the message What Happens Later from Luke 7:11–17.
Worship Services
8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel
Life Groups
| 8:30 a.m. | Adults, Preschool, Hearts & Hands | |
| 9:45 a.m. | Adults, Students, Kids, Preschool, Hearts & Hands | |
| 11:00 a.m. | Adults, College, Preschool, Adult Special Education |
Sunday, October 8, 2023
This Sunday, Rev. Joshua del Risco, Pastor of Iglesia Bautista Vida Nueva in Fultondale, will share the message What Happens Later from Luke 7:11–17.
Worship Services
8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. - Hispanic Service, Chapel
Life Groups
| 8:30 a.m. | Adults, Preschool, Hearts & Hands | |
| 9:45 a.m. | Adults, Students, Kids, Preschool, Hearts & Hands | |
| 11:00 a.m. | Adults, College, Preschool, Adult Special Education |
What's Happening
FALL FESTIVAL AND LASER LIGHT SHOW
Friday, October 27, 6:00–8:30 p.m.
Please join us for Fall Festival 2023 for a night of bingo, inflatables, food, rides, a petting zoo, and fun for the whole family. This year’s Fall Festival even includes a laser light show! You and your family can experience lights in the sky and participate in our traditional activities like our cake walk, kids games, and more. Volunteers are still needed. If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please contact Bre Huff for more information.
Contact: Bre Huff at bhuff@dawsonchurch.org
FALL FESTIVAL AND LASER LIGHT SHOW
Friday, October 27, 6:00–8:30 p.m.
Please join us for Fall Festival 2023 for a night of bingo, inflatables, food, rides, a petting zoo, and fun for the whole family. This year’s Fall Festival even includes a laser light show! You and your family can experience lights in the sky and participate in our traditional activities like our cake walk, kids games, and more. Volunteers are still needed. If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please contact Bre Huff for more information.
Contact: Bre Huff at bhuff@dawsonchurch.org
October Memory Verse
Together in Giving & Serving
Deacon Ordination Service
Sunday, October 22, 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Each year, Dawson elects faithful servants within the church family to serve a three-year term on the Board of Deacons. This year, three of those elected members will be ordained. The service will take place in the Chapel at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 22. Please join us for a time of celebration and commitment. Please contact Donna Allan at dallan@dawsonchurch.org by Tuesday, October 17 if childcare is needed.
Contact: Jan Kennamer Hart at jkennamerhart@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Missions
Christmas for a Child
Every year, Dawson members and Life Groups provide Christmas gifts for over one hundred children. This year is no exception; however, the ministry details have changed to be able to provide for more children. Here are the details:
- This year, children from our Kids Connection ministry will be the recipients of your newly purchased gifts.
- There will be 13 different size and age-group lists for you to consider.
- These shopping lists will be located in the Sanctuary Foyer beginning Sunday, October 1.
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Simply follow the instructions on your list and return the new gifts to the Gathering Room (1st Floor North) anytime from October 1–November 30.
Please note that multiple children may receive the items you purchase instead of a single individual. For more information, contact Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org.
Operation Christmas Child
Sunday, November 12, Sanctuary Foyer
Thanks to the power of a simple shoebox, millions of children will experience the love of God and hear the Gospel this year. Stop by the table in the Foyer to pick up a brochure and a flat shoebox beginning Sunday, October 15. You can also pick up brochures and boxes at the Church Office desk on weekdays. All prepared shoeboxes must be turned in at the display table in the Sanctuary Foyer on or before November 12.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
Dawson Mission Stories
Sunday, October 29, 6:00 p.m., Chapel
Come join us on Sunday, October 29 to celebrate God's work through Dawson's 2023 mission projects. Hear stories from Ecuador, Eurasia, Wales, Colorado, and more!
Contact: Kyle Bailey at kbailey@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Bible Study
NEW ADULT BIBLE STUDY BEGINS OCTOBER 11
Beginning October 11, 6:00 p.m.–7:15 p.m., 258 North
Join Dr. Ken Mathews for this 7-week Bible Study beginning October 11. The more we grow our understanding of God’s identity and distinctiveness, the better armed we are to face our real-world, everyday challenges with vibrant spirituality. This study explores these qualities of the God we worship: the one God in three persons, the God who speaks, the God who suffers, the God who triumphs, the God who saves, and the God who is all holy and all glorious. Please visit dawsonchurch.org/fallstudies for book information and to register for this study.
Contact: Kristen Torres at ktorres@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Ministries
Women on Mission
Tuesday, October 10, 10:00 a.m., Social Hall
Learn about the multi-faceted work of missionaries in Southeast Asia. We will collect an offering that will be used in their work. Come early to enjoy delicious brunch food, coffee, and a time of fellowship.
Contact: Ben Hale at bhale@dawsonchurch.org
OCTOBER BOOK REVIEW
Monday, October 23, 10:00 am, Social Hall
Betsy Lowery is a Dawson member and author who will review some of her books with us. Betsy grew up in a Southern Baptist preacher's family and was called into ministry at age 20. She graduated from seminary and moved to Birmingham to work with the WMU. Join us to learn more about her gift for fiction with a Christ-centered message.
Contact: Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
Sunday, October 29, 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m., Social Hall
At Dawson, we believe church membership matters. That’s why we have created a new opportunity for all new members and guests called Membership Matters. This two-hour class provides a chance for us to share the heart of who Dawson is. We will take a close look at our vision & mission statements, our Doctrinal Foundation, and ongoing discipleship and mission opportunities available for all members to become involved. The next Membership Matters class is Sunday, October 29 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Please register HERE. Reservations are required and preschool childcare is available upon request.
Contact: Liz Cuenin at lcuenin@dawsonchurch.org
CELEBRATE OUR VETERANS
Thursday, November 9, 11:00 a.m., Fellowship hall
Please help us celebrate Veterans Day this year with a flower in memory or honor of a veteran and a photo. The flowers can be purchased at the North Building Receptionist Desk for $15 and will be used for decoration at our Veterans Day luncheon—you may take the plant home after the event. To share a photo of a veteran that day, please bring it to the Church Office prior to November 1. Pictures will be displayed by military branch. On the photo please list: the name of person; branch of service/rank; war served in (if applicable); and specific years of service.
Contact: Tommy Sanders at tsanders@dawsonchurch.org
Travel to Iceland
Sunday, November 12, 6:00 p.m., 257 North
You are invited to join fellow Dawson members for an exciting and memorable tour of Iceland, July 17–26, 2024. You will experience the waterfalls, thermal features, glaciers, wildlife, and other God-created wonders famous in Iceland. A slideshow and details will be shared at the presentation meeting. Reservations begin at that time. For more information, contact Doug & Sandra Arendall at dsarendall@icloud.com.
Contact: Brad Gowing at bgowing@dawsonchurch.org
Together in Prayer
In Love and Sympathy
Amy and Paul Maddox in the death of Amy’s sister.
Ann and Frank Martin in the death of Frank’s sister.
Becky McFarland in the death of her mother, Sallie McFarland.
In Loving Memory
Sallie McFarland – September 30, 2023
Congratulations
Abbie and Parker Roan on the birth of their son, Parker Conway Roan, on October 2, 2023.
Welcome to Dawson
Mason Campbell
Colton Carter
Tom & Sherri Davidson
Together This Week
Sunday, October 8
| 8:30 a.m. | Worship in the Sanctuary & Online |
| 8:30 a.m. | Life Groups |
| 9:45 a.m. | Worship in the Sanctuary & Online |
| 9:45 a.m. | Life Groups |
| 11:00 a.m. | Worship in the Sanctuary & Online |
| 11:00 a.m. | Life Groups |
| 11:00 a.m. | Hispanic Congregation Worship/Chapel |
| 3:00 p.m. | GriefShare/254 North |
| 4:00 p.m. | Chapel Ensemble/Choir Room |
| 5:00 p.m. | Chapel Choir Rehearsal/Choir Room |
| 5:00 p.m. | Middle School Choir Rehearsal/354 North |
| 6:30 p.m. | Chapel Puppets/351 North |
Monday, October 9
| 7:00 a.m. | Men's Morning Bible Study/Social Hall |
Tuesday, October 10
| 7:00 a.m. | Go Love Tell Prayer Meeting/Online |
| 10:00 a.m. | Women On Mission/Social Hall |
| 10:30 a.m. | Sara Finley Life Group/100 West |
Wednesday, October 11
| 9:30 a.m. | Adult Bible Studies/2nd FL North |
| 11:00 p.m. | MidWeek Bible Study/Chapel |
| 12:00 p.m. | Fellowship Lunch/Fellowship Hall |
| 4:45 p.m. |
Fellowship Supper/Fellowship Hall Hamburger Steak & Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Salad, Bread, Dessert Kids Sacks: Chicken Bites |
| 6:00 p.m. | MidWeek Bible Study/Social Hall |
| 6:00 p.m. | Adult Bible Studies/2nd FL North |
| 6:00 p.m. | Preschool Music & Missions/Arendall & East |
| 6:00 p.m. | Collide/Arendall & East |
| 6:00 p.m. | Middle School Loft/The Loft |
| 6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Choir/Choir Room |
| 6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary Orchestra/Sanctuary |
| 6:30 p.m. | High School Community Groups/In Homes |
Thursday, October 12
| 9:00 a.m. | ESL Classes/2nd FL North |
| 10:00 a.m. | Dawsonaires/Choir Room |
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